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Boegoeberg Dam Level Today

Northern Cape. Full supply capacity 24 million m3. Current as of 2026-08-31.

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45.5%
Low - Monday, 31 August 2026
Last week
48.9%
-3.4% change
Last year
77%
-31.5% change
Capacity
24 Mm3
23570 million litres

This is below the 50% mark where municipalities often begin introducing water-use restrictions.

Recent trend: Over the last 5 weeks, Boegoeberg Dam has fallen 72.3 percentage points - about 14.46% per week.

Boegoeberg Dam Level History

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Showing 16 weekly readings from 2025-10-13 to 2026-08-31.

About Boegoeberg Dam

Boegoeberg Dam has a full supply capacity of 23.6 million cubic metres (Mm3) in Northern Cape. At 45.5% full, the dam currently holds roughly 10.7 Mm3 of water, equivalent to about 10724 million litres.

Restriction thresholds to watch: most municipalities begin issuing warning notices when a supply dam drops below 50%, introduce Level 1 restrictions around 40%, and escalate further below 30%. Exact thresholds vary by water authority.

Boegoeberg Dam - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boegoeberg Dam running dry?

Boegoeberg Dam is currently 45.5% full, which is below the 50% mark. This is not "running dry" but is low enough that water restrictions may be in effect for affected areas.

When was Boegoeberg Dam last full?

Based on available weekly data, Boegoeberg Dam most recently reached 99%+ full around 2026-06-29.

What cities does Boegoeberg Dam supply?

Boegoeberg Dam is located in Northern Cape. For specific information about which municipality draws water from this dam, contact your local water services authority.

What river is Boegoeberg Dam on?

The river catchment that Boegoeberg Dam sits in is not recorded on this page. For catchment details, consult the Department of Water and Sanitation.

How is the Boegoeberg Dam level trending?

Boegoeberg Dam is currently at 45.5% full. The level is falling, down 3.4% from last week. Compared to this time last year (77%), the dam is noticeably lower.

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